2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Laguna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1757 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |